Process Operator at Bioseutica

Estimated Salary Guide

• Not provided by employer
• $29.8K–$37.8K a year is the estimated salary for this role in Abbotsford, BC.
• Department: Operations
• Reporting To: Production Supervisor(s)

Position Summary

The Process Operator is a member of the Operations Team reporting directly to the shift Production Supervisor. Under general direction, the Process Operator is responsible for manufacturing the Company’s products to the required specifications, according to the company’s quality systems and health & safety procedures.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensuring the quality and safety of all products produced
• Responsible for manufacturing product(s) according to the required specifications and SOP’s.
• Ensure proper ingredients and appropriate quantities are used through weighing and measuring, and checking the raw ingredients
• Is responsible for operating the production equipment during manufacturing either individually or in a team
• Record data relating to the process, quantities, etc.
• Maintain a clean environment according to regulatory requirements, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Responsible for setting up the equipment, calibration of the measuring instruments, and operation & cleaning of the equipment
• Work from written or verbal instructions, diagrams, or models
• Receive and work from directions directly from the shift supervisor
• Oversee machine operations and finished product according to SOPs
• Where possible, determine and correct machine malfunctions, or reports malfunctions to the Production Supervisor or maintenance for advice and correction
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning as per the requirements
• Follow SOPs, production processes, and quality system control standards
• Ensure production meets scheduled requirements specified for the shift
• Ensure that products are produced to meet their required specifications

Qualifications

• A minimum of high school education – Grade 12

Skills Required

• Self-starter, motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible.
• Adept at following instructions and processes
• Able to multi-task and complete required tasks during the shift
• Able to work individually and in a team, a strong team player
• Sound organization and planning skills, able to complete more than one task at a time
• Can communicate well verbally and in writing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

Experience

• Prior work experience in a food, pharmaceutical, or beverage manufacturing company, is an asset

Standards & Expectations

• In-depth knowledge & understanding of production processes, procedures, and policies
• Follow procedures and standards determined
• Communication
• Record information clearly and concisely
• Interact with the Supervisors on the daily operations
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Responsible for own duties and tasks
• A strong understanding of the bigger picture – has a sense of commitment to the department and the company – understanding that the tasks within this position play
• an important role and participate in the success of the company
• Supervisory Responsibilities: There are no direct supervisory responsibilities for this position.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Observe all areas of the plant – requiring climbing, walking, lifting
• Frequently standing, walking, sitting, lifting, talking, hearing, eye/hand/foot co-ordination
• Exposed to a wet/noisy/vibrating/hazardous environment
• Required vision – distance and ability to see colour
• Required to lift up to 22.7 kgs (50 lbs) consistently